Microsoft Launches 'Secure Future' Initiative to Beef Up Cybersecurity Using AI and Secure Defaults

Microsoft is announcing a new cybersecurity initiative called Secure Future to improve software security and tackle escalating threats.

The plan focuses on using AI, establishing international norms, and enhancing Microsoft's software development approach.

Microsoft aims to speed up vulnerability response times by 50% and push for secure default settings to boost customer security.

The changes acknowledge Microsoft's pivotal role in global IT infrastructure and the need to get ahead of growing cyber threats.

Microsoft says total global losses from cybercrime could reach $10 trillion by 2025, calling for urgent collective action.